The incumbent must demonstrate integrity and a flawless commitment to ethical values. All directors must sign a statement of financial position upon their appointment and annually thereafter.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

This JO is the recirculation of JO ref no. 26506 Director of Internal Audit Division D-2 which was cancelled. Applicants to JO 26506 are requested to reapply in order to be considered.

Org. Setting and Reporting

The Internal Audit Division of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) comprises approximately 200 staff in 17 duty stations, including 10 United Nations field missions in Africa, the Middle East and Europe. The Division conducts internal audit reviews in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Financial Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and based on the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Under-Secretary-General for Internal Oversight Services, the incumbent plans, directs and co-ordinates the work within the Internal Audit Division (IAD), and implements the substantive work plan of the Peacekeeping service (including Department of Peacekeeping Operations/Department for Field Support, Peacekeeping missions, Department of Political Affairs and Special Political Missions), through determining priorities, and allocating resources for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery. The responsibilities include: formulating and directing the implementation of risk-based audit plans for UN entities under his/her oversight responsibility and in this context the incumbent stays abreast of Organization-wide developments of policy, plans, activities and programmes; Providing leadership to the development of innovation and/or change management programmes; having overall responsibility for the internal audit quality assurance programmes; coordinating internal audit activities; coordinating with the other divisions of OIOS, the UN Board of Auditors, the Joint Inspection Unit and with the internal audit services of other UN agencies in order to maximize audit coverage, to ensure the efficient implementation of audit recommendations and to avoid duplication of efforts; coordinating and overseeing the preparation of reports to and interacting as representative of the Division, as appropriate, with intergovernmental governing bodies, including the General Assembly and the Independent Audit Advisory Committee (IAAC).

The incumbent also oversees the administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Division including: (a) preparation of budgets, (b) assigning and monitoring of performance parameters and critical indicators, (c) reporting on budget/programme performance, (d) evaluation of staff performance, and (e) the recruitment of staff for the Division.

The incumbent will also perform other related duties as requested by the Under-Secretary-General for Internal Oversight Services.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM – Expert knowledge in auditing, management and the technical field of oversight in general. Proven ability to conduct and supervise complex internal audits, to produce reports and papers on internal audit and to review and edit work of others.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZING - Proven ability to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

COMMUNICATION – Excellent drafting ability and communication skills, both oral and
written; ability to defend and explain difficult issues with respect to key decisions and positions to staff, senior officials and members of intergovernmental bodies; proven ability to communicate complex concepts orally; ability to prepare written reports that are clear, concise and meaningful.

LEADERSHIP – Proven track record of excellent management and technical leadership skills and ability to delegate appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority. Proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling work environment, including the ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff and design skills enhancement initiatives to ensure effective transfer of knowledge/skills. Demonstrated flexibility in leadership by performing and/or overseeing change initiatives, including the analysis of complex human resources, budgetary,
financial or administrative management policy and programmatic issues. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. Commitment to work-life balance policies promulgated by the Secretary-General.

MANAGING PERFORMANCE – Ability to lead and supervise staff. Ability to motivate staff, to encourage good performance, and to coordinate and monitor the work of others.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in auditing, accounting, finance, business administration or in a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Professional certification in accounting or auditing (CPA, CA, CIA, or CISA etc.) is required.

Work Experience

Over 15 years of progressively responsible experience in auditing of which at least 5 years must be at the international management level. Comprehensive knowledge of UN policies, procedures and operations is desirable.
Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the first-level university degree recognised by the United Nations.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.